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02 8599 7920 (0285997920): Community reports of impersonation calls requesting personal details, targeting individuals by name with false urgency and reference numbers.
Personal Information Request Reports for 02 8599 7920
Seven contributors have reported suspicious activity from 02 8599 7920 (also written as 0285997920), with a clear pattern of callers attempting to extract personal information through impersonation and false urgency. The most concerning reports involve callers claiming to reach specific individuals by name, citing reference numbers to appear legitimate, and requesting personal details about contacts or family members.
Three separate reports specifically mention contributors being asked to provide personal information about other people, suggesting 02 8599 7920 is being used to build contact lists or verify personal data. One contributor noted the caller already knew their name, indicating possible data sourcing from external lists or breaches.
What Callers from 02 8599 7920 Claim
Contributors report receiving calls and texts where the caller addresses them or someone they know by full name, then claims urgent business requiring immediate contact. One voicemail described the caller asking for "Yvonne Heller" about an urgent business matter using business jargon to sound legitimate. Another contributor received a call claiming to reach their son Mihir Thakhore, providing a reference number (#133096) and the callback number 02 8599 7920 itself to establish credibility.
Text messages from 0285997920 have included vague threats about escalation if contact isn't made urgently, while getting the recipient's name wrong. One SMS claimed to be reaching Mohammad Amin Shariff about an urgent business matter with no context. Callers specifically ask for personal information about others, with one contributor reporting they were asked to provide details about people they knew, framed as connecting with job applicants in the health sector in Melbourne.
Report Patterns and Tactics
The reports from 02 8599 7920 span from February 2024 to March 2026, showing sustained activity. Contributors report receiving the calls and messages across multiple channels: voicemail, answered calls, and SMS. Several contributors have received similar scripted messages, suggesting a coordinated operation. One contributor who applied for health sector jobs in Melbourne received a call claiming knowledge of their job application, which escalated to requests for personal information about other applicants.
The use of reference numbers and callback numbers appears designed to build trust. Contributors report the caller cites specific reference numbers (#133096 mentioned in one report) to appear official. One voicemail left by the caller from 02 8599 7920 included business jargon and a specific name to increase perceived legitimacy.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8599 7920
If 02 8599 7920 calls you:
- Do not: Share personal information about yourself or anyone else, provide financial details, or return the call to the number given by the caller
- Do not: Engage further if the caller claims urgency or mentions potential escalation
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller addresses you by name but provides no legitimate context
- Do: Independently verify the caller's identity by contacting the organisation directly using a phone number from their official website or government listing
- Do: Block the number after declining the call
- Do: Be especially cautious if the caller references your job applications, professional networks, or personal relationships
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 02 8599 7920
If you receive a text message from 0285997920:
- Do not: Click any links or reply with personal information
- Do not: Call any callback numbers provided in the message
- Do: Delete the message immediately
- Do: Report the SMS as spam to your mobile provider
- Do: Forward the message to 0429 999 888 (ACMA's spam reporting service)
- Do: Add 02 8599 7920 to your blocked contacts list
How to Report 02 8599 7920
If you've received suspicious calls or messages from 02 8599 7920, report your experience to Australian authorities and the community:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the number at acma.gov.au or by calling 1300 850 152 for unsolicited communications
- Scamwatch: Lodge a report at scamwatch.gov.au if you believe this is scam activity
- ReportCyber: If personal data was compromised, report to cyber.gov.au
- Reverseau: Share your experience with this community to help others identify suspicious calls from 0285997920
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What Our Users Reviewed
Text saying they're trying to reach Mohammad Amin Shariff about urgent business matter, don't know him
missed call with voicemail full of business jargon, asking for someone named Yvonne Heller, claimed urgent business
Debt collector about Vodafone bill, probably legit but made me anxious
Claimed to be trying to reach son Mihir Thakhore, gave callback number 02 8599 7920 and reference #133096
Text saying to contact urgently about an important matter to avoid escalation, but they got my name wrong
Receiving same message as others. we all refereed job applications in health sector Melbourne. caller asking for personal info of others
Voicemail saying they're trying to reach someone about urgent business matter, asked for Bart to contact Mihir Thakore, had reference number
Asked if I was or had been with Optus, Medibank or private health insurers associated with Medibank, mentioned recent hacking incident as reason for the spam and scams I've been getting
Call looking for my son. Refused to say how they got my number, claimed it was a business matter, insisted I pass on their number and reference. They knew my first name and number
Message addressed to someone named Jennifer asking to contact office urgently with reference number, I don't know Jennifer
Either scammer or debt collecter.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why is 02 8599 7920 asking for personal information?
Contributors report that 02 8599 7920 (0285997920) uses personal information requests as part of impersonation scams. Callers claim urgent business matters and ask contributors to provide details about themselves or people they know. This is typically done to build targeted contact lists, verify data for further scams, or create fraudulent profiles. Never provide personal information to unsolicited callers from this number.
What should I do if 02 8599 7920 calls asking for someone else?
If 0285997920 calls asking for someone you know or don't know, do not confirm whether that person exists or provide their details. This is a common technique used by scammers. Hang up immediately and do not return the call. Block the number. If the caller claims to have a legitimate business need, independently contact the organisation using a number from their official website or government listing.
Is 02 8599 7920 a debt collector?
While one contributor reported a call from 0285997920 that appeared to be debt-related (mentioning a Vodafone bill), the majority of reports describe impersonation and personal information requests, not legitimate debt collection. Genuine debt collectors typically contact you about your own debts, not ask for personal information about others. If unsure, hang up and contact the creditor directly using an official number.
Why did 02 8599 7920 mention my job application?
One contributor reported receiving a call from 02 8599 7920 (0285997920) that referenced their job application in the health sector in Melbourne. This suggests the scammers are using employment databases or job application lists as sources for contact information. They use this personal detail to establish credibility before asking for information about other applicants. Do not share details about others when contacted this way.
What is the reference number the caller gives from 02 8599 7920?
Contributors report that callers from 0285997920 cite reference numbers (such as #133096) to appear legitimate and official. These reference numbers are fabricated and used to build false credibility. Do not assume a reference number makes the caller legitimate. Hang up and independently verify the caller's identity using official contact details.
Should I call back the number provided by 02 8599 7920?
No. One contributor reported receiving a call from someone claiming to reach their son, with 02 8599 7920 (0285997920) given as the callback number. Do not call back numbers provided by unsolicited callers. If you need to verify the caller's identity, contact the organisation directly using an official phone number from their website or government listing.